The Physical Damage From Addiction Can Be Deadly
A person can experience difficult and even deadly physical effects from their substance use disorder. These can start soon after drug usage begins, and typically become more of a risk as the person increases the amount of drugs they take and the length of time they take them.
Side effects from drug addiction can include:
Changes in blood pressure
Headaches
Elevated or decreased heart rates
Nausea and vomiting
Constipation and diarrhea
Difficulty thinking
Shaking
Hallucinations
Paranoia
Losing consciousness
Damage to organs, including the heart, liver, and lungs